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2010 NYILFF WINNERS

August 6, 2010

2010 Best Domestic Feature-Presented by: HBO
Forged, directed by: William Wedig

2010 Best Documentary
So Far, directed by: Stephanie LaMorre

2010 Best International Feature
Habana Eva, directed by: Fina Torres

2010 Best Short Film
Career Day, directed by: Ivette Garcia Davila

2010 Best Director-Presented by: DIRECTV Más
Patxi Amezcua for the film: 25 KILATES (25 CARAT)

2010 NYILFF PANELS

July 13, 2010

THURSDAY, JULY 29

“SHOW ME THE MONEY!”
12 – 2:00 PM @ Industry Lounge

Hey producers, let’s talk dinero. Fundraising is never easy, but in this challenging economy, it takes even more creativity, resourcefulness and persistence. These panelists have ideas, success stories and lessons learned about how and where to find money for your film.

“GET HY-PHEN-ATED!”
2:30 – 4:30 PM @ Industry Lounge

Are you an Actor-Producer? Writer-Director? Writer-Producer-Director? If not, you should be! Successful filmmaking ‘hyphenates’ discuss why expanding your creative toolbox is an effective way to take greater control over your career and tell the stories you want to tell.

FRIDAY, JULY 30

CULTURAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP
sponsored by GlobalHue Latino
12 – 2:00 PM @ Industry Lounge
Join the President and Executive Creative Director of GlobalHue along with other high profile film and media leaders to discuss cultural entrepreneurship and empowering Latino creativity through the arts.

SATURDAY, JULY 31

HBO PRESENTS “ART OF THE SHORT”
12 – 2:00 PM @ Industry Lounge

Explore the key elements of creating a compelling narrative short – one that showcases a unique style, talent, and point of view – in an intimate workshop hosted by HBO development executives.

“RETHINKING FILM DISTRIBUTION: DOING IT YOURSELF”
2:30 – 4:30 PM @ Industry Lounge

This panel offers an in-depth examination of how to realign your marketing and distribution strategies to capitalize on the new independent distribution landscape, including digital marketing tools, synchronous online/theatrical releases, Video On Demand (V.O.D.) and limited ‘do it yourself’ theatrical runs.

Location:
Industry Lounge
The Cell Theater
338 West 23rd Street
Between 8th & 9th Avenues
Directly across from the SVA Theater!

FREE OUTDOOR SCREENING

July 13, 2010

El Espiritu De La Salsa Monday July 26th 8:30PM
St. Nicholas Park at 135th St. and St. Nicholas

60 SECOND TEASER BY TONY KAYE

July 12, 2010

Enjoy!! This is the 60 second spot for the 2010 NYLIFF campaign by Margarita Jimeno and directed by Tony Kaye (American History X)!

30 SECOND TEASER BY TONY KAYE

July 6, 2010

Since we love you all so much, and know how excited you must be to see the full campaign, here is another teaser para los curiosos... Enjoy!! This is the 30 second spot for the 2010 NYLIFF campaign! Check back on July 12th to watch the entire short film by Margarita Jimeno and Directed by Tony Kaye (American History X)!

SNEAK PEAK TEASER OF THIS YEAR'S
CAMPAIGN BY TONY KAYE

June 29, 2010

Here's a sneak peak at our 2010 NYLIFF campaign! All we are going to say is... expect the unexpected!! Check back on July 12th to watch the entire short film by Margarita Jimeno and Directed by Tony Kaye!!

BE THE OFFICIAL 2010 VIDEO HOST FOR NYILFF "SCENE STEALER"

June 24, 2010

Enter to win the chance to be the official NYILFF 2010 Video Host!

Here is your opportunity to steal the best behind-the-scene moments at this year’s festival exclusively for our fans!

Contest Description

Send us your contact information, a recent photo and a video of yourself to: 2010NYILFFVideoHost@gmail.com
Your video entry should give us an idea of your personality as well as why you would be the best pick for the NYILFF 2010 Video Host. This clip cannot be longer than two minutes.
All entries should be submitted by: July 9, 2010
Once all contest entries have been reviewed and narrowed down to the top five entries, voting will become open to the public via the NYILFF website on: July 12th 2010
Voting will end on: July 18, 2010
The Winner will be announced on: July 19, 2010

Contest Rules

Must be 21 years or older to enter.
Must live in NYC/Tri-State area.
Must project a confident on-camera presence.
Must have experience doing both run-and-gun interviews (on-camera and off) and, preferably, step & repeat interviews.
Must be prepared to research films and talent before arriving to interviews.
Must be personable, direct, yet considerate and respectful. Remember, you are representing the entire festival!
Must be available for taping during the week of the Festival (July 27th-August 1st).

BE PART OF THE CREW FOR "SMELL THE COFFEE"!!!

June 18, 2010

We are currently seeking to fill some paid key crew positions for the production of "Smell the Coffee", written and directed by Armando Fente, winner of the 2010 HBO NY International Film Festival's Short Filmmaker Competition.

Production is currently scheduled for Friday June 25 - Wednesday June 30 and will be filmed in the New York Metro area.

The positions that we are looking to fill as soon as possible are as follows:

Casting Director
Script Supervisor
DP
Assistant Director
Art Director
Wardrobe
Makeup

Please send resumes to coffee.film@me.com Any follow up will be done ONLY by the producers for the film and not NYILFF. We are currently scheduling AUDITIONS for the "Smell the Coffee" The film is a romantic comedy about a forty-something divorced college professor, motivated by 'supernatural forces' to reconnect with an old high school crush.

Production is currently scheduled for Friday June 25 - Wednesday June 30 and will be filmed in the New York Metro area. The following is a breakdown of the roles that we will be casting:

RICKY - Hispanic (30-40) average height, shy, intellectual, divorced college professor. Great comedic timing.

ALEJANDRO - Hispanic (50-55), tall, passionate, eccentric poet. Facial or grey hair a plus.

SHARON - White/Caucasian (25-35) mousy and quirky hipster. Comedic role.

CHRISTINA - Hispanic (35-45), brunette, very attractive, warm and charming.

Please send head shots and resumes to coffee.film@me.com. Follow up will be done by the production not NYILFF.

WE want YOU to create the 2010 NYILFF trailer!

January 25, 2010

GLOBALHUE has teamed with THE NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL LATINO FILM FESTIVAL (NYILFF) to give filmmakers the chance to create the 2010 trailer for the festival. The GLOBALHUE/NYILFF trailer Competition is an opportunity where the winner will have the chance to create the trailer that will promote the festival and be shown during all film screenings.

Read the full press release here!
Get your submission form here!

Winner of the American Airlines Mis Millas promotion announced!

August 12, 2009

Congratulations to Sebastian Montoya! As the winner, he receives coach air transportation for two to anywhere in the Continental US, Caribbean and Mexico that American Airlines flies.

And the winners are...

August 03, 2009

2009 BEST FILM, PRESENTED BY HBO®
INSIDE A CHANGE - Director: Rik Cordero

2009 CINELATINO AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD - BEST DOCUMENTARY
2009 NYILFF BEST DOCUMENTARY
STAGES - Director: Meerkat Media Collective

2009 BEST SHORT
LALO – Director: Daniel Maldonado

2009 CINELATINO AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD: BEST PICTURE
EL REGALO DE LA PACHAMAMA – Director: Toshifumi Matsushita

Read the full press release here!

Awards Night is Here!

August 01, 2009

Join us as we award the festival's best! This event is FREE and open to all NYILFF attendees!

Sunday, August 02, 2009 at 8PM

EL MOROCCO
3534 Broadway
Corner of 145th Street

Check out these confirmed celebs on the 2009 NYILFF Red Carpet!

July 17, 2009

Benjamin Bratt - La Mission
John Leguizamo - Where God Left His Shoes
Ray Liotta - The Line
Vin Diesel - Los Bandoleros / Fast & Furious
Christina Milian - Bring It On: Fight to the Finish
Calle 13 - Calle 13: Sin Mapa
Adam Rodriguez - A Kiss of Chaos
Ana de la Reguera - Sultanes del Sur
Jim Jones - Red Apples Falling
Leon Ichaso - Paraiso
Erika Alexander - La Mission

Check back in for updates!

Call for Submissions: NYILFF/NALIP 2009 PITCHATHON DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2009

July 3, 2009

This is the pitching event that could launch your career! Presented by the National Association of Latino Independent Producers.

THE 411
The New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) is now accepting submissions from viable participants for its NYILFF / NALIP 2009 PITCHATHON, a forum for fine-tuning your creative pitches to industry executives. Composed of seasoned industry insiders from the directorial, production, development, casting and legal sectors, this panel will provide invaluable insights on how to successfully pitch your idea, film, or completed script's concept, as well as how to avoid common pitch-related pitfalls.

The first half of the PITCHATHON panel will feature film executives, film directors and producers, who will share their invaluable insights and advice on how to successfully pitch your idea, film or completed script. The second half of the panel will give you an opportunity to pitch your project and get feedback and creative input from industry pros that are in the know.

HOW IT WORKS
7-10 participants will be pre-screened and selected to pitch their project concepts and/or scripts ideas to a panel of buyers and development executives. Each participant will have 5-7 minutes to pitch his/her ideas.

Two pitches will be selected to win, one by a panel of professionals, the second via a from the festival audience members in attendance. Whether you are selected to pitch or just attending to take in the wealth of information offered, you don't want to to miss this event.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO
Please submit the following items as text in both the body of the e-mail, and attached as an MS Word document or PDF file (as safety). ONLY ONE PROJECT SUBMISSION PER PARTICIPANT. NOEXCEPTIONS.

Short synopsis of your pitch, including a concise outline of the project, or script's premise
The hook and essential beats of the story
Thumbnail sketches (descriptions) of the PRINCIPAL characters ONLY
Genre (Drama, Thriller, Horror, Comedy, etc.)
Likely target audience
Anticipated budget level.

Your submission should not be longer than two (2) pages max.
DO NOT SUBMIT COMPLETE SCRIPTS AND/OR TREATMENTS.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Friday, July 17, 2009
WHERE TO SEND YOUR SUBMISSION: info@NYLatinoFilm.com
SELECTED participants will be notified via e-mail no later than Sunday, July 20, 2009.

THIS IS PRE-REGISTRATION EVENT ONLY. Participants will only be selected via this call-for-entries, no on-site registration will take place on the day of the event.

John Estrada wins 2009 HBO/NYILFF Short Film Contest

June 19, 2009

Congratulations to John Estrada with his script, “Taco Taco Taco”! Look out for the premiere of his original short film on Opening Night and in the pre-show before all ’09 NYILFF screenings!

9th Annual New York International Latino Film Festival Announces Award Winners

July 28, 2008

The 9th edition of the New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) concluded with some of the most exciting films in cinema, indelible red carpets events and remarkable attendance records this year. NYILFF announced the winners of its festival awards at its Closing Night ceremony on Sunday, July 27, at El Morocco (3534 Broadway). Awards were given out in four categories, and the winners were as follows:

BEST PICTURE AWARD
Vicious Circle

Director Paul Boyd was the recipient of the Best Picture Award, presented by HBO, for his narrative feature, Vicious Circle—a tragic punk rock Latino love story, starring Paul Rodriguez, Jr. and Emily Rios, delivering the tales of a raw, edgy, teenage Romeo and Juliet with a murder mystery twist. Producer Angelina Boyd, who accepted on behalf of Paul Boyd, was presented with a prize of $2,500 provided by HBO and $500.00 in Kodak Motion Picture film stock.

BEST DOCUMENTARY AWARD
Transvestites Also Cry | La Americana

In an unexpected tie, NYILFF honored both Transvestites Also Cry and La Americana for Best Documentary. Directed by Sebastiano d'Ayala Valva,Transvestites Also Cry which tells the story of two Ecuadorian transsexuals who work as prostitutes in Paris, demonstrates how life is often a precarious balance between willful optimism and a quiet fatalism. The second winning documentary, La Americana, is an unforgettable story woven into the current immigration debate in the United States, putting a human face on this timely and controversial issue. This film was directed by Nicholas Bruckman and John Mattiuzzi.

BEST SHORT AWARD
Rojo Red

First-time filmmaker Juan Manuel Betancourt received the award for Best Short for Rojo Red, a tale of a young boy who pulls apart the threads of reality in this brilliantly imaginative Colombian short that fuses live action, stop-motion and 3D animation. Betancourt, d’Ayala Valva and Bruckman/Mattiuzzi all received an Avid DV Pro System and $500.00 in Kodak Motion Picture Stock.

Malta Con Huevo

The Heineken Red Star Award was presented to a director whose film pushes the boundaries of creativity, providing a unique vision and execution. Cristobal Valderrama won the prize for his direction of Malta Con Huevo, a twisting story of two mismatched friends who decide to move in together, resulting in unintended, truly far-reaching consequences. This film’s innovative storyline is a testament to the type of thought provoking films the Heineken Red Star Award recognizes. Heineken has partnered with Variety Magazine and the Independent Film Channel (IFC) to bring well-deserved publicity and visibility to the Heineken Red Star Award recipients and their films. Valderamma received a crystal statuette created by Tiffany and Co., a two-page spread in Variety, and a trip to Los Angeles to meet with executives and network with other winners from the Red Star Award Program.

Check out pictures from the 2008 NYILFF Awards Night!

July 1, 2008

The 2008 NYILFF web site launches and tickets are now on sale!

Paco Farias and his team completed the shoot for "El Tux", the winning short of the 2008 HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition. Producer, Jennifer Stetson, kept a log of the entire weekend's shoot.

June 28-29, 2008

Paco Farias and his team completed the shoot for "El Tux", the winning short of the 2008 HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition. Producer, Jennifer Stetson, kept a log of the entire weekend's shoot.

"El Tux" Production Update - Day 1 (Saturday)

What a fantastic first day. Crew call yesterday morning was at 6:30AM. The director was determined to be the "key master" and was first to set at 5:15AM, school keys in hand, followed shortly by his producer, first AD and production manager. Craft service showed up early to get a delicious hot breakfast ready for the crew, and by 7AM, we were in full swing.

First shot up was in the limo, and we needed the two stars of the show: Bobby and the tux. Here they are below with director Paco Farias.

We were working with a few minors, and we had a great studio teacher, Jean Erikson, who checked everyone's work permits and made sure we were following the rules. One of our minors, Darlene Mendoza, had just had a quiceañiera of her own, so this was old hat. Here she is smiling with costume designer Ivy Thaide on the left and make-up assistant Carolina Salcedoon the right. Her "date", actor Ryan Weltzien, is standing behind her.